Ireland must be more proactive in protecting and providing for our children – MEP Maria Walsh
Investing in our children is a strategic investment for the future according to MEP Walsh, and we must provide access to key services, and ensure equal opportunities Ireland must be more proactive when it comes to protecting our children and young people, according to MEP Maria Walsh. Speaking this morning – on International Children’s Day […]
Parachute Candidate: Episode 1
Episode 1: Mari Steed – Ireland and the Magdalene Laundries Welcome to my new podcast ‘Parachute Candidate’. It’s hard to become more tolerant when too often difficult conversations are left to characters of a social media post, eroding conversations on difficult issues. The ‘us versus them’ debates is draining. On this podcast, I believe in […]
Ireland’s anti-trafficking legislation must put victims at its core – MEP Maria Walsh
As the European Parliament passes its updated Directive to combat human trafficking across Europe, Walsh is appealing to the Irish Government to protect the vulnerable victims MEP Maria Walsh is, today, calling on the Irish Government to ensure Ireland’s National Referral Mechanism for victims of human trafficking puts the most vulnerable at its core. “Today […]
Rural Ireland must not be overlooked in Budget allocations – MEP Maria Walsh
Budget 2023 failed to deliver the resources needed for regional development across rural Ireland The Government has a responsibility to invest in the future of rural Ireland, with substantial funding needed for improved infrastructure and resources for the regions. That is the message being delivered by MEP Maria Walsh, ahead of Tuesday’s Budget. The Midlands-North-West […]
Agriculture Minister must stop dragging his heels on new Vet School for the West – MEP Maria Walsh
Immediate action needed from Minister McConalogue on delivery of urgent new ATU Veterinary Medicine programme to benefit the West, according to Walsh MEP Maria Walsh is calling on the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue, to “stop dragging his heels” on the decision for a new veterinary school in the West of […]
Deal Reached On EU Pay Transparency Rules – MEP Maria Walsh
Midlands-North-West MEP Maria Walsh, in her position as a negotiator for the Employment & Social Affairs Committee in the European Parliament has today reached an agreement with EU countries to introduce binding pay-transparency measures. The pay gap between men and women within the EU currently stands at 13% according to the latest Eurostat findings. Even […]
Irish Government must negotiate for dedicated funds for farmers to make Nature Restoration a realistic possibility – MEP Maria Walsh
Release Date: Wednesday, July 12th, 2023 PRESS RELEASE Irish Government must negotiate for dedicated funds for farmers to make Nature Restoration a realistic possibility – MEP Maria Walsh MEP Walsh will vote against the EPP Group in Parliament today, believing it vital that the text is kept alive to safeguard farming and rural communities across […]
Why I’m Voting YES for the Nature Restoration Law
What is the Nature Restoration Law? The European Commission proposed the Nature Restoration Law, new legislation to restore biodiversity loss across the European Union. It is the first continent-wide, comprehensive law of its kind and feeds into the EU Biodiversity Strategy. This Law calls for binding measures to restore degraded ecosystems, restore and store carbon, […]
New Roscommon Gallery will inspire the next generation of artists from across the region – MEP Maria Walsh
Officially opening Anam Gallery on Saturday, MEP Walsh commended Rita Oates for gifting a space where significant work from Roscommon creators can be appreciated Renowned contemporary Roscommon artist Rita Oates has been lauded for developing a new and exciting gallery space in the county town. Anam Gallery was officially opened by MEP Maria Walsh on […]
Gender based abuse and harassment is an increasing barrier to women’s political participation – MEP Maria Walsh
Speaking at this afternoon’s ‘Different Perspectives’ event organized by Ibec, MEP Walsh said gender quotas should be extended to local elections It is crucial that women are placed as candidates in winnable seats, and with adequate time and resources to plan and run successful election campaigns. That was the message delivered by MEP Maria Walsh […]
